Crime & Safety

Retired Firefighter Dies in Weston Blaze

Ross Giamo, 65, was killed early Friday after an electrical problem sparked a fire, authorities said.

Ross Giamo, a retired volunteer firefighter in Weston, died early Friday after an electrical problem sparked a blaze at his home, authorities said.

WHDH/7News said he lived alone in a garage apartment on Wellesley Road. The fire broke out just after midnight.  

Giamo's body was found near a door. He was 65 years old.

WBZ-TV's Steven Bognar reported an official said the fire was caused by a faulty extension cord.

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